Initiating a conversation about death is difficult. Few people want to dwell on their own mortality, and the younger you are, the more likely you are to put off considering end-of-life arrangements. To many people, death is something that happens to others, but, unfortunately, it’s an experience we will all encounter. That’s why end-of-life planning […]
Guest blog post from Claire Wentz Dementia comes in many forms, not just Alzheimer’s disease. Taking care of someone with dementia is a full-time job, especially now, as we are still learning how to navigate a world with COVID-19. Today’s Fading Memories blog post offers information for caregivers on how to manage their loved one’s condition throughout […]
I learned about Palliative care about two months before my Mom passed away. After learning about what it had to offer, I was frustrated that I didn’t know about this type of care sooner. Palliative care focuses on improving the overall wellness of individuals with serious illnesses. It addresses both the symptoms and the stress […]
How do we keep your brain smart? Our brains continue to grow when we challenge them. What exactly should we be looking at in terms of strenuous brain exercise? Just as physical exercise helps keep your body healthy, strenuous mental tasks can strengthen your mind. Learning new skills, especially dancing or a new language, are […]
No one wants to put a loved one in memory care. However, deciding on how to care for your parents is a daunting decision. When I knew that my Dad would be going home from the hospital into hospice care, I had to find people to look after both my parents. The first challenge was […]
You may have seen social media posts of people walking with colorful flower pinwheels spinning in the breeze. Have you ever stopped to determine what this walk is all about? It’s simple. Every 65 seconds, someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. In California, where I live, it’s the second leading cause of death in seniors. […]
